Medical Weight Loss Specialist Serving Miami, FL

One of the most effective and safest methods of weight loss is through a medical weight loss program that is supervised by a health care provider. Most medical weight loss programs will include a recommended calorie-deficient diet, a regular exercise schedule, and in many cases, weight loss medication. Throughout the entire weight loss program, the patient will receive support and guidance from a qualified healthcare provider to ensure that the program remains safe and effective and that any changes to the program can be implemented quickly. Some of the biggest struggles of weight loss can be minimized through medical weight loss programs, such as fad dieting as the recommended diet will ensure that the patient is still able to consume all of the essential nutrients that the body needs to function properly, injuries from increased exercise levels are minimized, and their vitals can be regularly assessed to ensure that the program is effective and not causing other medical concerns. 

Medical weight loss programs are one of the safest options available as a qualified healthcare professional can provide support and guidance throughout the entire program, ensuring that the diet is providing sufficient nutrients while the patient is not overdoing it with workouts. The addition of medical supervision also provides patients with increased accountability as they will have regularly scheduled appointments to assess their progress, making it clear if any issues or plateaus develop. Medical weight loss programs often include weight loss medication, which does come with potential risks and side effects, but the dose of the medication will start very small. It will only be increased as the supervision physician determines that it is safe to do so for each patient, minimizing risks and side effects as much as possible. Many health risks come with obesity or being overweight, making medical weight loss programs essential for improving the overall health of many throughout the country. 

While the goals of medical weight loss and surgical weight loss are the same; to improve the patient’s health by reducing their risks of developing weight-related health conditions, the similarities end there. Surgical weight loss includes an invasive surgical procedure to quickly reduce the weight of a patient, often only recommended for more severe cases as patients who are qualified to receive weight loss surgery need to have a body mass index (BMI) of 35 or higher. Medical weight loss programs are minimally invasive in those who are taking weight loss medication, which is typically administered through weekly injections and is often recommended for patients who are overweight or obese, including far more patients who are at risk of developing weight-related health conditions or have already been diagnosed with one or more weight-related health conditions but need professional support in managing their weight. It takes much longer for those undergoing medical weight loss treatment to reach their goal weight than it does for those undergoing weight loss surgery as the weight loss will be gradual but comes with far fewer risks. 

To qualify for weight loss medication, patients need to have a BMI of 30 or higher, classifying them as obese by health care providers, or have a BMI of 27 or higher as well as one or more weight-related health conditions such as type 2 diabetes or high cholesterol. The medication does have some contraindications and potential side effects, making it unsuitable for some patients, so a consultation that includes any relevant information regarding the patient’s personal and family medical history will be required to ensure that weight loss medication will be both safe and effective for them. To see if you are a good candidate for weight loss medication, meet one of our highly qualified providers today! Our clinics are located at two locations in Coral Gables, FL, and Pinecrest, FL. You can contact us or book an online appointment for both locations. We serve clients from Coral Gables FL, Miami FL, Pinecrest FL, South Miami FL, Coconut Grove FL, Brickell FL, Kendall FL, Richmond Heights FL, and Westchester FL.